Guests say
Guests are delighted with How End, praising its spaciousness, stunning views, and prime location for exploring the Lake District. The property's cleanliness and well-equipped facilities contribute to a comfortable stay, although some minor maintenance issues are noted. The thoughtful touches, such as a welcome bottle of wine, add to the overall positive experience.
The property is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, with only a single mention of a musty smell in some bedrooms. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to guests' enjoyment.
The location is highly praised for its stunning views and proximity to local attractions and amenities, making it an ideal base for exploring the Lake District.
Guests find the property comfortable, with ample space and private bathrooms. However, suggestions for additional privacy measures and the mention of a broken bed indicate room for improvement.
The facilities are generally well-received, with a fully equipped kitchen and extra amenities like a games room. Some feedback on heating control and games room equipment suggests minor adjustments could enhance the experience.
While guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, such as the set-up woodburning stoves and a welcome bottle of wine, there is not enough consistent mention of such gestures to accurately score this category. It should be noted that these gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
This fabulous cottage is located in the village of Braithwaite just a short walk from a local shop and 2 pubs.
Spread over three floors the cottage retains many of the original features with beamed ceilings, solid wood floors and a large entrance hallway, making it perfect for families or groups of friends.
On the ground floor there is an open plan kitchen and diner. There is a utility room perfect for wet boots along with a library room equipped with games, sitting room with stunning views of the Skiddaw Range, shower room and large drying room where bikes can be stored. The first floor has an additional lounge with a wood burning stove, TV and DVD player. There is a double room, king sized bedroom, master king sized bedroom and a family bathroom on the first floor too. The final family bedroom with both a single and double bed is located on the second floor. The second floor also has a games room with pool table, football table and more games.
The property has a private driveway with ample parking, an enclosed front garden and an elevated patio with views of the beautiful countryside and Skiddaw Range.
Within a short walk there is a local shop and two pubs as well as access to beautiful countryside walks and rides in all directions.
From the cottage you can head up onto the Skiddaw Range for a challenging day of walking, running or cycling, or stay at a lower level in the valleys for an easier day out. Located close to the market town of Keswick, there is a range of pubs, cafes, restaurants and shops within a short drive, plus picturesque Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite nearby. Or take a drive or scenic bus journey and visit Cockermouth, Grasmere and Ambleside further afield.
This location is perfect for families or groups of friends looking to explore the Lake District.
Between the magnificent northern lakes of Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite, lies the village of Braithwaite. Still retaining much of its traditional appeal,whitewashed Lakeland cottages, two village shops and two real ale Inns each brimming with character!. From a gentle countryside ramble to a challenging hike up Skiddaw, there really is something for everyone. Visit Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the lake with an open-air theatre, or take a trip around the lake.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x family bedroom with 1 double and 1 single bed; Master double bedroom with en-suite shower room with bath, shower cubicle and WC, 1 x double bedroom with adjacent shower room, 1x double bedroom with en-suite shower room.
1 x family bathrooms with shower over the bath.
1 x ground floor shower room with WC.
Games room, spacious lounge, library, sitting room, utility room, and drying room with bike storage.
Open plan kitchen and diner.
Electric range master with double oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
Pool table, table football, WiFi, TV and DVD player.
Centrally heated.
Wood burning stove and log burner.
Oil and electricity included.
Bed linen and towels included.
Ample parking on private driveway.
Enclosed garden and patio with garden furniture.
Storage in drying room for bikes.
Shop and pubs in the village.
Keswick 7-minute drive.
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Lake District Coast Aquarium
- Lodore Falls
- Buttermere Lake
- Scale Force waterfall
- Wastwater Lake
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (25)
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Keith
The reason for visiting, was to celebrate my 70th birthday with my family and we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. Only downside, is the continuing, post covid, leaving arrangements. Not sure if these over the top rules, are required anymore. A large party trying to complete these tasks by 09.00, is not easy or realistic.
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Philippa
The property is beautiful and we loved the original features and character. And the view...! The house was in a great location although the road (and associated noise) was much closer than we had realised at the time of booking. There was also a very musty smell on arrival. We opened all the windows but unfortunately we could not clear it from the main bedrooms at the right hand end of the property for the duration of the stay. Midway during the week we found a hedgehog in the cattle grid. We lifted it out and called a local hedgehog rescue centre who kindly came out to the house. They reassured us that it was a healthy uninjured female, possibly with young, and we put her back in the garden. They suggested that we ask you to consider putting a brick ramp (or similar) into the bottom of the grate to avoid it happening again - apparently it's quite a common problem with cattle grids! Anyway, thank you again for a lovely stay. It is an area of the Lakes we have not visited before and we will definitely return. Best wishes, Philippa
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Sandra
The bottle of wine was a nice touch and appreciated. Lakelovers were very quick to sort out the problem with the carbon monoxide detector on our arrival, despite it being late afternoon on a bank holiday.